Posted in: Comics, Conventions, Events, Image, Pop Culture, san diego comic con | Tagged: 2019 SDCC, Capitol Comics, comicspro, sdcc Capitol Comics Wins Summer 2026 Image Comics Select Retailer Award Capitol Comics of Raleigh, North Carolina wins Summer 2026 Image Select Retailer Award At the ComicsPRO event at San Diego Comic-Con, Image Comics announced that the Summer 2026 Image Select Retailer Award winner, Capitol Comics in Raleigh, North Carolina, is their second North Carolina shop in a row. "We are beyond ecstatic and absolutely honoured to receive this recognition from Image Comics. We have enjoyed servicing our comic community in Raleigh and greater North Carolina for the past forty years, and look forward to many more. To our local community of regular and new customers, our online communities on Facebook, Instagram, and Whatnot, and our customers, friends, show vendors, and fellow shop owners, thank YOU for the support and the camaraderie you give us in this industry. We look forward to new firsts for our company yet to come next year, and to continuing to support Image Comics, a true 'House of Ideas,' and a launchpad for so many wonderful literary and artistic creations." – Capitol Comics The Image Select Retailer Award is an initiative from Image to galvanise recognition for members of the Comic Book Direct Market retail community who are going above and beyond to serve their customers, expand readership, and foster a healthier marketplace. The previous winner of the award was ATOM Comics. Comic shops were nominated by fans via a form submission and based on criteria such as exemplary customer service. thoughtful and exciting hand-selling recommendations. efforts fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. easy-to-browse shelving. attractive and innovative displays. forward-thinking customer marketing and out-of-the-box consumer outreach. community engagement. robust inventory of & support for Image Comics